Management Development Program conducted by Management Consultancy Unit of Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo is a dynamic and systemized training program designed to improve and build management and leadership talents in modern organizations. The program aims to develop the managers personally and professionally in terms of knowledge, competencies, attitudes, and confidence to achieve their professional and organizational goals effectively. The program is structured under four themes centered on the core competencies of Fundamentals in Managing People, Leadership, Technical Fundamentals and Personal Development.
Program Objectives
- To develop personnel effectiveness and inter-personnel skills to manage individual and various personality types and build beneficial relationships with different stakeholders.
- To provide basic knowledge on important functional areas of business organizations.
- To enhance capabilities to lead teams and manage change effectively in a dynamic business environment.
- To improve problem-solving and conflict resolution competences through an innovative and holistic perspective.
Pedagogy
The pedagogy employed involves a variety of teaching and learning methods: Through real-world case studies, small group discussions, interactive presentations and other immersive experiences.
Target Audience
Managers, entrepreneurs and those who are aspiring to become managers, including executives.
Our Corporate Clients
About Us
Management Consultancy Unit (MCU) of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo has been established to extend business and managerial services to the business community in order to enhance its business competitiveness in the corporate world.
The unprecedented role of the MCU towards the business community is three-dimensional.
- Training
- Planning
- Research
Accordingly, the professionalized expertise of the MCU is well-prepared and organized to extend its supportive arm to the business community in terms of;
- Disseminating management knowledge
- Improving managerial skills
- Assistance in strategic and business planning
- Conducting management and market research
- Promoting business innovation
- Entrepreneurial development
Board of Management– Management Consultancy Unit (MCU)
Associate Professor HM Nihal Hennayake
[PhD (Japan), MA (Japan), MCom (Kelaniya), MA (Col), BA (Col), CTHE (Col)]
Associate Professor
The Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance,
University of Colombo
Dr. W A Sajitha Dishanka
[PhD (Tokyo), MBA (Col), B.Com (Col), CTHE (Col)]
Head, Department of International Business
Coordinator, Management Consultancy Unit
Chair Professor Arosha S. Adikaram
[PhD (Col), MA in Labour Studies (Col), BBA(Col), CTHE (Col), Accreditation for Teaching in Higher Education (SEDA), AMIPM (SL)]
Chair Professor – Department of Human Resources Management
Professor. B Nishantha
[PhD (Ryukoku, Japan), MBA (Col, Sri Lanka), BCom (Col, Sri Lanka), CTHE (Col, Sri Lanka)]
Professor- Department of Management and Organization Studies
Dr. W. Pemarathne Gamage
[M.Com (Kel), PG (Dip) Business Management [Col.], BSc Bus. Adm. (SJP), BA in RMSED (Costa Rica), PhD (Kel)]
Senior Lecturer – Grade I – Department of Marketing
Mr. R.M.R.B. Rajapakse
[MCom (India), BCom (Col)]
Senior Lecturer-Department of Accounting
Mr. DDC Lakshman
[(MPhil (BEC) (USJP), MBA (UK), BBA (Col), CTHE (Col), AAT Passed Finalist)]
Lecturer – Department of International Business
Ms. SW Thenuwara
[MBA (PIM, SJP), BBA (Col), ACPM, AIB, CBA, Reading for MPhil (UOC)]
Lecturer – Department of Finance
Customized Training Solutions
In addition to our structured programme, our highly experienced team can create a learning solution directly tied to your organization’s specific strategic requirements by partnering with your team of management. We center every customized programme around what your executives need to learn to do differently to achieve your organization’s objectives.
- Our customized courses and workshops are designed to meet organizations’ specific needs for achieving performance improvement and accomplishing strategic plan objectives.
- Proven, effective delivery systems and instructional methods.
- Quality educational experiences with efficient pricing structures.
Contact us today to discuss customized training options.
Management Development Programme (New)
Applications are open!
The Management Development Program of the University of Colombo is a dynamic and systemized training program designed to improve and build Management and Leadership talents in modern organizations. The chance is yours if you aspire to become an effective executive or manager.
Apply now by clicking the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Closing Date for the Application 20th February 2023
Management Development Programme (New)
Closing Date for the Application 20th March 2022
A Milestone in Professional Excellence: Certificate Awarding Ceremony for HNB Assurance PLC and HNB General Insurance Ltd
The Inauguration Ceremony for the DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS SKILLS 2024/2025 designed for HNB Assurance PLC
On July 8th, we celebrated the Inauguration Ceremony for the DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS SKILLS 2024/2025 designed for HNB Assurance PLC at the Professor Jayarathne Conference Hall, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo.
Good luck to all attendees for joining us on this exciting journey of professional growth and development!
The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Executive Training Programme of CDB PLC
Inauguration Ceremony of Management Development Program, HNBGI & HNBA Second Batch, 2023
Inauguration Ceremony of Executive Training Program, CDB PLC 2023
The Inauguration Ceremony of Executive Training Program 2023 for Citizens Development Business and Finance PLC was successfully held on 17th June at the Conference Hall, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo. The event was successfully conducted with the presence of Professor Pradeep Dharmadasa, the Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance, Dr. Sajitha Dishanka, Coordinator, Management Consultancy Unit, Board members of the Management Consultancy Unit, Faculty of Management and Finance, Mr. Mahesh Nanayakkara, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of CDB PLC, the management team of CDB PLC and the learning partners of the Executive Training Program 2023.
Certificate Awarding Ceremony of Management Consultancy Unit, 2022
The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Management Development Program conducted by the Management Consultancy Unit of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo, was successfully held on 12th December 2022 at Prof. Jayarathne auditorium of the Faculty of Management and Finance. Program participants from HNB General Insurance Limited, HNB Assurance PLC and the General Management Development Program participants were awarded certificates in this ceremony. The Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance welcomed participants. The keynote speech was delivered by Ms. Randula de Silva, founder/CEO, Good Life X Private Limited, followed by the addressing of Senior Professor H. D Karunaratne. Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo.
Press Release on signing an MoU between the Management Consultancy Unit of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo with HNB Assurance PLC and HNB General Insurance Ltd- Published in Ceylon Today & Daily News in 23/11/2022
Published in Ceylon Today & Daily News in 23/11/2022
Signed a Memorandum of understanding (MOU) with HNB Assurance and HNB General Insurance on 10th October 2022
Management Consultancy Unit of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo signed a Memorandum of understanding (MOU) with HNB Assurance and HNB General Insurance on 10th October 2022 to train their executives under Management Development Program conducted by the Management Consultancy Unit, FMF. The event was graced by Senior Professor H. D Karunarathne (Vice-chancellor of the University of Colombo), Professor Pradeep Dharmadasa (the Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance), Dr. Sajitha Dishanka (Coordinator of the Management Consultancy Unit, Faculty of Management and Finance), Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne (Chief Executive Officer – HNB Assurance PLC), Mr. Sithumina Jayasundara (Chief Executive Officer – HNB General Insurance Ltd), and other members of Management Consultancy Unit and HNB management.
Inauguration Ceremony of Management Development Program 2022
The Inauguration Ceremony of Management Development Program 2022 for HNB Assurance PLC and HNB General Insurance LTD was successfully held on 7th July at 1 PM Via online mode with the presence of Professor Pradeep Dharmadasa, the Dean of the Faculty of Management and Finance, Board members of the Management Consultancy Unit, Faculty of Management and Finance, Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne (Chief Executive Officer – HNB Assurance PLC), Mr. Sithumina Jayasundara (Chief Executive Officer – HNB General Insurance Ltd), Mr. Dinuka Pattikiriarachchi (Chief Human Resources Officer – HNB Assurance PLC and HNB General Insurance Ltd) and the panel of lectures and program participants
Certificate Awarding Ceremony for Sri Lankan Airline candidates
Certificate Awarding Ceremony for Sri Lankan Airline candidates who have successfully completed the Management Development Program held on 11th February 2022 at the Conference Hall, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo with the participation of Professor Pradeep Dharmadasa, The Dean, Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo.
Contact Us
Official email:– mcu@fmf.cmb.ac.lk
Contact Person 01: Mr. Duleepa (+94779383664)
Contact Person 02:Ms. Senani (+94779041298)